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Reaching across the waters : facing the risks of cooperation in international waters (Inglés)

Abstracto en inglés

This study reviews the experience of cooperation in five international river basins, focusing on the perceptions of risks and opportunities by decision makers in countries responding to a specific prospect of cooperation. For each basin, the analysis ... Vea más +This study reviews the experience of cooperation in five international river basins, focusing on the perceptions of risks and opportunities by decision makers in countries responding to a specific prospect of cooperation. For each basin, the analysis centered on 'tipping points,' or periods in time when policymakers in the countries involved were faced with a critical decision concerning water cooperation. This study is primarily aimed at external development partners. Countries and individuals engaged in international waters issues may also find this study and reflections helpful in enhancing their knowledge and advancing their action with respect to regional cooperation. There appear to be five general categories of risk perceived by decision makers. These risk categories were developed through a review of literature on international negotiation and cooperation. In each of the cases, the analysis focused on risks associated with these five broad categories, examining how these risks influenced decision makers and how the risks affected the outcomes of negotiations.
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